NIS2 - Enhancing cybersecurity resilience across the EU
A significant step toward enhancing the cybersecurity across EU is the implemtation of NIS2 (Network and Information Systems 2) . While the enforcement date of the NIS2 may appear distant, it is just around the corner – scheduled for October 17, 2024.
The time to prepare for NIS2 is now. How prepared are you?
Step 1 to NIS2 compliance
GET STARTED WITH MFA
Discover the essential first steps to NIS2 compliance. Learn about NIS2 and how to fortify your organization against cyber threats using multifactor authentication (MFA). Read the guide now to start your compliance journey.
OVERVIEW
Timeline NIS2
Critical Entites Directive
2008
Directive 2008/114 - Identification and designation of European critical infrastructures and the assessment of the need to improve their protection.
Resilience of CER
2022
Directive 2022/2557 – The Directive on the Resilience of Critical Entities (RCE) replaces Directive 2008/114. Its aim is to further strengthen the protection of critical infrastructures.
Cyber Resilience Act
2022
The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) Proposal aims to impose cybersecurity obligations on all products with digital elements, significantly impacting IoT products.
RCE Transposition laws
17/01/2025
NIS1 Directive
2016
Directive 2016/1148 – The Network and Information Security (NIS) Directive establishes cybersecurity and reporting obligations for operators of essential entities and providers of digital services.
NIS2 Directive
2022
Directive 2022/2555 - NIS2 Directive replaced NIS1 in 2023. It significantly extends the scope of NIS1 and harmonizes cybersecurity obligations for affected entities at the EU level.
NIS2 Transposition laws
17/10/2024
EU member states have until the 17th of October 2024 to transpose the NIS2 Directive into national law. Some obligations for affected entities will start to apply on this date.
NIS2 Identification of affected entities
17/01/2025
By 17 January 2025 affected entities will be obliged to provide certain set of information to the competent authority (e.g. IP ranges, where regulated services are provided, contact data, etc.).
Frequently asked questions about NIS2
We gathered the most commonly asked questions from our customers and provided answers.
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Mastering NIS2 compliance
Watch our on-demand webinar to explore NIS2 and learn how state-of-the-art PKI technology and secure authentication methods can help you comply with the directive.
Nexus solutions for NIS2 compliance
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A public key infrastructure (PKI) provides a solid security foundation for strong authentication, email encryption, digital signing, and securing IoT devices and applications.The Nexus Smart ID PKI allows governments and businesses to enable trust with certificate-based identities for citizens, employees, applications, things, and smart devices.
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Cybersecurity threats are evolving rapidly, and the NIS2 directive is the cornerstone for fortifying European defenses. While compliance with NIS2 is imperative, many organizations remain unaware of this new directive. Did you know non-compliance with NIS2 could result in fines of up to 10 million euros?
Preparing for NIS2 is not a task to be taken lightly. By starting early, understanding the legislation, implementing minimum security measures such as #MFA, and educating the entire organization, affected entities can navigate the complexities and ensure compliance with the forthcoming directive. It is time to embark on the journey toward a secure and resilient cybersecurity future. Read our blog to know if your entity is affected and the 5 key actions to get you started!